The Junction
| Address: | 47300 Mines Rd, Livermore, CA 94550, USA |
| Phone: | +1 408-897-3148 |
| Site: | thejunctionbarandgrill.com |
| Rating: | 4.7 |
| Working: | 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM Closed 11AM–7PM 11AM–9PM 10AM–9PM 11AM–7PM |
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Francis Lukesh
This place is a spiritual experience after 3 hours of motorcycling the gorgeous twisties that lead up to it. The service was completely warm and welcoming. Everyone smiled and was friendly and down-to-earth. At the same time as it felt familiar and homey, I was still served promptly and professionally. And the food. I never felt like I made love to a hamburger before. I might have blacked out once or twice. I had a 1/2 lb of hand-pressed Wagyu patties surrounding bacon, caramelized onions, mushrooms, covered in brie, encased in the perfect burger accouterments. Then, as if that wasnt enough, whole-potato fries and the most incredible selection of BBQ sauces, each one a happy adventure. I would sincerely drive the 3 hours from San Francisco to eat here. Without a stitch of pretense, this place gets my vote for the best burger in a days-drive radius. I hope my next encounter with this legendary restaurant—oh, and there will be a next—will equal my first, and if it does, I might just permanently move to the Frank Raines camping site down Del Puerto Canyon Rd., as there will be nothing left for me here in the city by disappointment and longing. Go there.
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Adrein Samonek
I feel bad that I had never stopped here until now, but the exterior sorta scared me away. Family run, freshly made BBQ with a delicious assortment of sides that all exceeded expectations. My buffalo burger was well seasoned and perfectly juicy so that it just melted in my mouth. The tri tip sandwich my girlfriend had tasted so good I couldnt help but come back for more. I also really enjoyed the super friendly server and the western decor helped set a relaxed mood. Ill be sad to see these guys go January 31st. Hopefully the next owners are just as good!
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A Private User
On a hot day after a long ride through the middle of a most beautiful nowhere (even though you are at most 15 miles from a million people), you come upon this ramshackle at the only juncture in the road for almost 50 miles and at this spot lies plenty of cold beer and and grilled burgers. Now how about that? Oh and hey now, if you can find the fresh laid eggs for sale somewhere nearby (if you can still get them), you better get all you can carry, because folks have been known to eat a whole dozen at one sitting (they are that good, city boy)......
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Nicole Rice
Stopped in for a bit with my family after making a 2 1/2 one way trip from the awesome park in the middle of nowhere. We had our dog in the back of the car and the guy who was working asked if he could set her in the shade by the picnic table. Then he asked us if he could bring her some water and BAKEN.....yeah!!!! By far the best customer service we have had in CA. Food was delicious and cheap. Made our day.....thanks guys!
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William Thigpen
This place is so nice. Tucked in the middle of nowhere, it is a friendly oasis set up for laid back folks that like to ride (motorcycles or bicycles). The new owners have brought in barbecue and so far (twice) I have been very pleased with what Ive had. The outdoor seating is great and I love the dogs hanging out...Keep up the good job and thanks for being there!
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John McCreight
This is a nice little stop for adventurers running up and over Mt. Hamilton. It has plenty of outdoor seating with umbrellas for shade, a little cornhole area, and lots of views of the brown plant life. Friendly staff, decent food for the price. Popular with motorcyclists who ride the twisty roads in the area.
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Ford Jacobs
Good beer, good food and good people the way it should be. I like to get away and come up and enjoy the drive with the family, usually stop in for a burger and a beer, Im never disappointed with this place or the people who own it or work there. There is always plenty to see with all the bikes coming through.
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Chris Polis
Wonderful place to stop for (human powered and motor)cyclists - theres no other reason to be out here! Juicy and reasonably priced burgers and good beer selection. This place has changed management a few times in the past few years and the newest owners are doing a great job and are extremely friendly!
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Jim Cantin
Best and ONLY place to get a burger on Mines Road. Love this place! On any given Saturday you could be sitting next to a local Rancher, a Harley Rider, a Sportbiker, or a Bicycle Rider. Also a great place to see a wide variety of Motorcycles, from a Desmosedici to a Harley Electra Glide. .
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Brett Trapnell
The owners Michelle and Dan are awesome! Great customer service, very friendly and awesome food. My server james knew just what to recommend (Waygu Burger hit the spot). Highly recommend. Bring shakes to the junction and Id be a weekend regular!
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Lewis Leong
Like an oasis in the desert. The Junction is far from civilization but serves as a meeting place for car and motorcycle enthusiasts. Food is typical American fare but good quality. Beers on tap are delicious. Staff is friendly and welcoming.
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Kevin Colvin
Due to the twisty roads it take to get to The Junction, it makes for a great motorcycle meet up, lunch or just a place to hang out for us motorcyclest. So why not enjoy an awesome drive while on your way to eat an awesome burger!
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A Private User
Looking for a cool drive or motorcycle run. Take a loop out mines road, stop at The Junctiion for a beer and a burger and then continue until you hit Interstate 5. A real hidden treasure! =HT
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Matthew Chilese
This is the quintessential backroad diner/bar. Low prices, great staff, comfortable environment and friendly patrons. Im always excited when someone suggests meeting up here for a meal.
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Leon Dragan
Was pleasantly surprised by the promptness of services and the food quality in this out of the way place. Perfect for taking a break from motoring through the twisties!
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Nick George
This place is awesome. If you are a car/bike person, do yourself a favor and go here for lunch on a weekend. Incredible driving roads, awesome scenery, and great food.
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Paulo Coelho
Its quite far and rough around the edges. Its like a dive bar but renovated. The food was fine I was just a little thrown off by how many people were hammered by 7pm.
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Will Schwocho
Great little outpost in the middle of nowhere, frequented by cyclists and motorcycle riders. Decent beer selection, good food, fast service.
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Samuel Lewis
Great food! The inside has been completely remodeled and looks great. A really popular spot for motorcyclists, bicyclists, and car clubs.
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Marc Chou
Great bicyclist stop for those of you looking to replenish on water/Gatorade. Food is usually pretty fast also. Friendly owners!
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Darrell
Awesome restaurant in the middle of nowhere ! One of the best motorcycle rides in the bay area ! 30 miles in And 30 miles out !
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Erik Smith
Great location for motorcycle, peddle bike and car people to hang out on weekends. Food is good but pricey. Worth the visit.
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Robert Henry
Under new ownership and management and newly remodeled but still the off-the-grid great stop in the middle of nowhere!
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Peter Krarup
Great little restaurant & pit stop in the "high desert" of Livermore. Elevation is 2,193 ft above sea level, FWIW.
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Phil Stahlfeld
This is a great place to stop for lunch. Id recommend the milkshakes and fried pretzel bites with cheese sauce
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Thibault Pelloux-gervais
Very nice little restaurant in the middle of nowhere. Excellent atmosphere with lot of bikers and riders.
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Paul Mason
Great Food! Friendly People! AND, they sell Mg-rich "Noahs Spring Water" from the nearby Adobe Springs.
